multigenerational
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/ˌmʌltiˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənəl/
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/ˌmʌltɪˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃənəl/
involving multiple generations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multigenerational' originates from the Latin word 'multus' meaning 'many' and 'generatio' meaning 'generation'.
Historical Evolution
'multigenerational' evolved from the combination of 'multi-' and 'generational', which was used in English to describe something involving multiple generations.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'involving many generations', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
involving or relating to several generations.
The multigenerational family gathered for the reunion.
Synonyms
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